Patriots Equal Best Victory Run Since Brady Years with Win Against Jets
First-year player Henderson has scored five scores during the current campaign
The New England Patriots matched their longest winning run from the Tom Brady era as they defeated AFC East opponents the New York Jets 27-14 in professional football
Rookie TreVeyon Henderson led the way with three touchdowns as the New England squad notched an eighth consecutive victory for the first time since legendary quarterback Tom Brady's closing campaign with the franchise in the 2019 season
Signal-caller Maye accumulated 281 yards and a touchdown, completing 25 passes from 34 throws
The triumph extends the Patriots advantage at the top of the AFC East as they advanced to nine victories against two losses, with the Jets at the foot after dropping to a 2-8 mark
The Jets had scored first at Gillette Stadium with QB Fields running in a short rushing score to conclude the Jets' initial series
But the home team responded in the second quarter as the rookie scored two short rushing scores before the ball carrier grabbed a reception from Maye at the rear of the endzone halfway into the third period to make it 21 to 7
"That was a crucial moment for him stepping up, and it's been fantastic for him to keep getting these reps," Maye commented on Henderson. "He wants to be outstanding."
Fields connected with Metchie late in the third quarter to narrow the deficit for the Jets but Borregales kicked a two kicks in the fourth quarter as the Patriots wrapped up the win
Game Summary
- New England extend winning streak to eight games
- First-year TreVeyon Henderson stars with three touchdowns
- Drake Maye throws for 281 passing yards and a score
- Team now holds a 9-2 mark
